Chris Furbert & Linda Bogle-Mienzer Statement
BIU President Chris Furbert and the BPSU’s Linda Bogle-Mienzer “engaged in an open and constructive dialogue” and have released a joint statement stating that “as leaders in the trade union movement, we understand that workers’ rights cannot be separated from human rights, and it is our shared duty to uphold the dignity and worth of every individual.”
A joint statement on behalf of Mr Furbert and Ms Bogle-Mienzer stated, “On Monday, September 9, 2024, BIU President Bro. Chris Furbert and BPSU Labour Relations Organiser & Community Activist Sis. Linda Bogle-Mienzer came to the table to discuss the impact of the comments made by Bro. Chris at the 40th Annual Labour Day Banquet.
“At this meeting, we engaged in an open and constructive dialogue. Bro. Chris acknowledged that his words unintentionally caused offense, and recognizes the concerns raised by our membership and the broader community.
“For over 40 years, Bro. Chris has passionately advocated for workers’ rights, with integrity, dedication, and a commitment to fairness and justice, without bias and prejudice, regardless of personal views.
“By issuing this joint statement, we want to make it clear that the BIU and BPSU’s shared core values of unity, solidarity, fairness, and respect are non-negotiable and remain at the forefront of everything that our Unions do.
“We stand united together in reaffirming our unwavering commitment to, and respect for, all members of our community. As leaders in the trade union movement, we understand that workers’ rights cannot be separated from human rights, and it is our shared duty to uphold the dignity and worth of every individual.”
” we understand that workers’ rights cannot be separated from human rights, and it is our shared duty to uphold the dignity and worth of every individua”
That is a bit rich coming from the same people who paid “security guards” to threaten me for asking questions they did not like
Good job. This is attitude is necessary in order for common sense prevails